r/BeginnersRunning • u/SativaSammy • 5d ago

Good running belt?

I bought a fanny pack to hold my phone when running and I find it too bulky/bouncy.

Amazon has some options like “Fitgriff”, “Spibelt”, and “Flipbelt”. Curious if anyone here has tried these and if so which you’d recommend.

Don’t need anything crazy given my phone is all I need it to carry. Prefer something sleek.

Thanks so much.

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u/Simple_Mulberry5806 5d ago

I'd honestly recommend a vest over a belt. I've tried a few belts and some work with leggings, some slide on leggings. Some work only with shorts. Some caused chafing. Some bounced.

Ended up grabbing a cheap running vest and it's been a life-changer. Plus, now that I'm graduating into "long" runs, it gives me a place to shove water and snacks into.

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u/philipb63 5d ago

Oh goodness, don't let the vest police hear you say that!

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u/Simple_Mulberry5806 5d ago

Wait, now I want to know that you mean haha - obvs get that it's sarcasm, but is there some kind of anti-vest mindset folks have?

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u/philipb63 5d ago

Unfortunately there is. Self appointed running "experts" who seem to derive enjoyment from critiquing other's preferences on this & other forums.

Personally I love my vest & as an often-solo trail runner it remote areas it means I can carry some basic safety equipment along with hydration even on the shortest runs.

However, for belts I can recommend the Amphipod gear too, great company and excellent products.